SS0 0AE is a sought-after residential area on Merilies Close in Southend-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Prittlewell ward and the Southend West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SS0, SS0 0AE offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £676k, up 16.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SS0 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00080196 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MERILIES CLOSE, SS0 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERILIES CLOSE, SS0 0AE.
289
47
£ 46,100 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SS0 0AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SS0 0AE's low deprivation rank, 82% ownership, and £676k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £676k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 16.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SS0 0AE. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 439,995
3 sales · Mean £ 467,331
Detached
£ 797,500
4 sales · Mean £ 800,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SS0 0AE has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Thomas More High School
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy
Westcliff High School for Girls
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
Chase High School
Lancaster School
Earls Hall Primary School
The St Christopher School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Bridgwater Pharmacy0.1 km
- Costcutters1.0 km
- Eastwood Boulevard Post Office0.6 km
- K T Newsagents0.8 km
- Londis0.5 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Fondant Memories0.2 km
- Harris & Hoole0.8 km
- LifeStreams Coffee House0.5 km
- Mendip Community Group0.5 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Chris' Famous Fish0.1 km
- Curry Pot1.0 km
- Eastwood Takeaway1.0 km
- Magic Wok0.1 km
- Pizza Time0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Premier Inn0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Strawberry Fields Public House0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chalkwell2.0 km
- Westcliff2.3 km
- Southend Airport2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Bridgwater Drive0.2 km
- Mannering Gardens North0.2 km
- Bridgwater Drive0.2 km
- Westbourne Grove0.2 km
- Southbourne Grove0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SS00AE · Data under Open Government Licence